Garmin SL15-CD User manual

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OPERATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 SCOPE

This section provides detailed operating instructions for the Apollo SL15-CD

Audio Control Panel with the integrated CD15 Remote Compact Disc player.

Please read it carefully before using the equipment so that you can take full

advantage of its capabilities.

This chapter is divided into five sections covering the basic operating areas. They

are Audio Selector, Transceiver Selection, Intercom, CD operation and Marker

Beacon Receiver.

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OPERATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 SCOPE

This section provides detailed operating instructions for the Apollo SL15-CD

Audio Control Panel with the integrated CD15 Remote Compact Disc player.

Please read it carefully before using the equipment so that you can take full

advantage of its capabilities.

This chapter is divided into five sections covering the basic operating areas. They

are Audio Selector, Transceiver Selection, Intercom, CD operation and Marker

Beacon Receiver.

Apollo SL15-CD controls

1.2 Power Switch (EMG-Fail Safe Operation)

Unit power is turned on and off by pushing the volume knob. In the

OFF or

"EMG" position, the pilot is connected directly to Com 1. This allows communi-

cation capability regardless of unit condition. Any time power is removed or

turned

OFF, the audio selector will be placed in the fail-safe mode.

The power for the CD player (CD-15) is controlled by the audio panel. When the

audio panel is on, it automatically activates the player. If it is necessary to disable

the CD player, hold the two CD buttons (far right) in for more than 2 seconds.

This removes power from the CD-15 circuits. To re-enable the CD-15, cycle

power on the SL15-CD audio panel.

The power switch also controls the audio selector panel functions, intercom, CD

player and marker beacon receiver.

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1.3 Microphone (XMT) Selection (All models)

There are six pushbuttons associated with the communications transceivers. The

lower buttons control which transceiver is selected for transmit.

The SL15-CD gives priority to the pilot’s PTT.

If the copilot is transmitting, and the pilot

presses his PTT, the pilot’s microphone will be

heard over the selected communications trans-

mitter.

The SL15-CD has an automatic selector mode. Audio from the selected trans-

ceiver is automatically heard in the headsets and speaker (if SPR selected). You

can check this function by switching from C

OM 1 to COM 2 and watch the

selected audio light on the selector change from COM 1 to COM 2. This ensures

the pilot will always hear the audio from the transceiver he is transmitting on.

When switching from C

OM 1 to COM 2, while COM 2 audio had been selected,

Com 1 audio will continue to be heard. This eliminates the pilot having to switch

Com 1 audio back on, if desired.

When switching from C

OM 1 to COM 2 while Com 2 has NOT been selected,

Com 1 audio will be switched off. In essence, switching the mic selector will not

effect the selection of Com receiver audio.

When the duplex, or TELEPHONE mode is implemented, Com 3 becomes the

“TEL” position. This is the pilot’s “hook” switch, when the system is interfaced

to an appropriate approved wireless telecommunication system, such as the Air-

Cell system. Placing the mic selector in Com 3 places the pilot microphone and

headphones on the cellphone. The pilot PTT will switch the pilot mic to the other

selected com transceiver, and allow continued aircraft communications as well.

The copilot will also be able to transmit with his PTT as well.

NOTE

Placing the mic selector switch in the COM 3 –TEL– mode will disable pilot and

copilot intercom, as the intercom circuit is transferred to the telephone use. In

crew or ISO mode, placing the switch in TEL mode removes the passengers

access to the telephone.

1.3.1 Swap Mode (Switch from Com 1 to Com 2 remotely)

With a yoke mounted, momentary switch, the pilot can change from the current

Com transceiver (Com 1 or 2) to the other by depressing this switch. To cancel

"Swap Mode," the pilot may either press the yoke mounted switch again, or

select a different Com with the XMT buttons.

RCV

XMT

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1.4 Audio Selector (All models)

Receiver audio is selected through seven momentary, push-button, backlit

switches. You will always

hear the audio from the transceiver that is selected for

transmit.

The users can identify which receivers are

selected by noting which of the green

switch LEDs are illuminated. Push buttons

labeled Nav 1, Nav 2, MKR (Marker),

AUX (auxiliary), and SPR (Speaker) are

"momentary type switches. When one of

these buttons is pressed, be active, and the LED will illuminate. Press the switch

again and it will be in the "off" position and remove that receiver from the audio.

If the aircraft is equipped with a DME or ADF, these audio sources can be

selected with the AUX button.

1.4.1 Speaker Amplifier

The "SPR" in the push-button section stands for speaker. This switch will place

all selected audio on the cockpit speaker when this switch is selected. NOTE:

Except for the unswitched audio, the speaker amplifier is not active in the "Split

Mode."

Unswitched audio, (autopilot disconnect, altimeter warning, etc.) will come

through the speaker regardless of the speaker button position.

1.4.1.1 Public Address Function

To access PA function, an external switch must be installed, and activated. This

places the pilot microphone on the speaker output when the PTT is pushed. The

copilot can continue to use the selected com radio.

We recommend that the switch transfer the audio from the cockpit speaker to a

cabin speaker for public address. This will prevent feedback.

1.4.2 Key “Click”

The SL15-CD is equipped with a “click” function that provides an aural feedback

to the user in addition to the tactile button push. This sound can be enabled or dis-

abled by simultaneously holding the COM 1 and COM 2 buttons in for at least 5

seconds. Any person hearing the radios will also hear the key click.

Allow at least 20 seconds between turning the key click on and off.

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1.5 Split Mode

The split mode can be activated at any time by pressing the desired combination

of XMT buttons. For instance, to activate a Com 1/Com 2 split, press and hold

the com 1 button, and then press the Com 2 button while holding the Com 1 but-

ton. This places the pilot on Com 1 and the Copilot on Com 2.

Split mode for Com 3, in normal (not TEL/Duplex) is possible with pilot on Com 1,

copilot on Com 2 or 3. Pilot on Com 2 or Com 3 and Copilot on Com 1 is not possible.

Note

Due to the nature of VHF communications signals, and the size constraints in

general aviation aircraft, it is probable that there will be some bleed-over in the

Split mode, particularly on adjacent frequencies. UPS Aviation Technologies

makes no warranty about the suitability of Split Mode in all aircraft conditions.

Split Mode does not

turn off other (Nav, ADF, etc.) selected audio to pilot. How-

ever, the copilot will only hear the selected communications receiver.

1.5.1 Split Mode ICS

In split mode, the pilot and copilot are usually isolated from each other on the

intercom while simultaneously using their respective radios. Depressing the ICS

button in Split Mode will activate VOX intercom between the pilot and copilot

positions. This permits intercommunication when desired between the crew.

Pressing the ICS button again disables this crew intercom function.

1.6 Intercom Operation

1.6.1 IntelliVox® VOX-Squelch

No adjustment of the IntelliVox® squelch control is necessary. There is no field

adjustment. Through individual signal processors, the ambient noise appearing in

all six microphones is constantly being sampled. Non-voice signals are blocked.

When someone speaks, only their microphone circuit opens, placing their voice

on the intercom.

The system is designed to block continuous tones, therefore people humming or

whistling in monotone may be blocked after a few moments.

For consistent performance, any headset microphone must be placed within ¼-

inch of your lips, preferably against them. (ref: RTCA/DO-214, 1.3.1.1 (a)).

It is also a good idea to keep the microphone out of a direct wind path. Moving

your head through a vent air stream may cause the IntelliVox® to open momen-

tarily. This is normal.

The IntelliVox® is designed to work with normal aircraft cabin noise levels (70

dB and above). It loves airplane noise! Therefore, it may not recognize speech

and clip syllables in a quiet cabin, such as in the hangar, or without the engine

running. This is normal. For optimum microphone performance, UPS Aviation

Technologies recommends installation of a Microphone Muff Kit from Oregon

Aero (1-800-888-6910). This will not only optimize VOX performance, but will

improve the overall clarity of all your communications.

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1.6.2 Intercom Volume Control

The intercom volume control is the smaller concentric knob on the left side of the

unit. This volume control knob adjusts the loudness of the intercom for the pilot and

copilot only. It has no effect on selected radio levels, music input levels or passen-

gers' volume level.

Adjust the radios and intercom volume for a comfortable listening level for the

pilot. Most general aviation headsets today have built-in volume controls; there-

fore, passenger volume can be adjusted at the headset. If desired, passenger vol-

ume level can be adjusted by a screwdriver adjustment at the top of the tray.

1.6.2.1 Mono headsets in Stereo Installation

All passenger headsets are connected in parallel. Therefore, if a monaural headset

is plugged in to an Apollo SL15-CD Stereo installation, one channel will be

shorted. Although no damage to the unit will occur, all passengers will lose one

channel, unless they switch to the “MONO” mode on the headset. PS Engineer-

ing modifies headsets to add stereo capability, using high-fidelity speakers. Con-

tact factory for details.

1.6.3 Intercom Modes

The lower switch on the left side is a 3-position mode switch that

allows the pilot to tailor the intercom function to best meet the cur-

rent cockpit situation. The description of the intercom mode func-

tion is valid only when the unit is not in the "Split" mode. Then,

the pilot and copilot intercom is controlled with the ICS button.

SO: (Up Position): The pilot is isolated from the intercom and is connected only

to the aircraft radio system. He will hear the aircraft radio reception (and sidetone

during radio transmissions). Copilot will hear passengers’ intercom and Enter-

tainment 1, while passengers will hear copilot intercom and Entertainment 2.

Neither will hear aircraft radio receptions or pilot transmissions.

LL: (Middle Position): All parties will hear the aircraft radio and intercom. Crew

will hear Entertainment 1, passengers will hear Entertainment 2. During any radio

or intercom communications, the music volume automatically decreases. The

music volume increases gradually back to the original level after communications

have been completed.

REW (Down Position): Pilot and copilot are connected on one intercom channel

and have exclusive access to the aircraft radios. They may also listen to Enter-

tainment 1. Passengers can continue to communicate with themselves without

interrupting the Crew and also may listen to Entertainment 2.

Anytime the SL15-CD is in either the C

OM 1/COM 2, COM 2/COM 1 ("Split

Mode"), the pilot and copilot intercom is controlled with the ICS button. The pas-

sengers will maintain intercommunications, but never hear aircraft radios.

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1.6.4 Entertainment Input

The audio selector panel has provisions for two separate entertainment input

devices. The CD-15 remote CD player is usually installed as Music 1, and feeds

the pilot and copilot positions. They operate independently in the SL15-CD. The

music volume control affects the CD-15 music level only in the pilot and copilot

positions.

While in the ISO (Isolate) mode, the copilot will hear Entertainment 1 while the

four passengers will hear Entertainment #2. The pilot will hear entertainment 1, at a

muted level. In normal operation, whenever a person speaks, or if the aircraft radio

becomes active, the music will automatically mute and then will gradually return to

the original listening level when the intercom or radio conversation ceases.

When in the A

LL mode, pilot and copilot will hear Entertainment 1 input while all

passengers will hear the Entertainment 2 source. While in the C

REW mode, pilot

and copilot will hear entertainment input #1 while the passengers may listen to

entertainment input #2.

Table 1:

Mode Pilot Hears Copilot Hears Passenger

Hears

Telephone Comments

Isolate A/C Radios

Pilot Sidetone

(during radio

transmission)

Entertainment

1 is Muted

Copilot and

passenger

intercom

Entertainment

Passenger and

Copilot inter-

com

Entertainment

“Phone Booth”

mode

Pilot has exclusive

use of the tele-

phone.

In TEL, Pilot

connected to Com

1 for PTT TX and

receive.

This allows the

pilot to

communicate

without the others

bothered by the

radios. Copilot

and passengers

can communicate

and listen to

music

All Pilot

Copilot

A/C Radio

Passengers

Entertainment

Copilot

Pilot

A/C Radio

Passengers

Entertainment

Passengers

Pilot

Copilot

A/C Radio

Entertainment

All have access to

phone through

Hook Switch. Pilot

access through

TEL switch.

All hear telephone

audio if off hook.

This mode allows

all on board to

hear radio

reception as well

as talk on the

intercom. Music

and intercom is

muted during

intercom and

radio

communications

Crew Pilot

Copilot

A/C Radio

Entertainment

Copilot

Pilot

A/C Radio

Entertainment

Passengers

Entertainment

Pilot and copilot

don’t have phone

access, unless mic

sel in TEL.

Passengers have

phone through

Hook Switch,

Passengers hear

phone audio.

This mode allows

the pilot and

copilot to

concentrate on

flying, while the

passengers can

communicate

amongst

themselves.

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It is also possible to use just the CD-15 as entertainment input device for both

entertainment inputs. However, we suggest that a switch (DPDT) be installed

between CD-15 entertainment input #1. This will allow the pilot to direct the

music as desired.

1.6.4.1 Soft Mute and Soft Mute inhibit

The Soft Mute feature assures that the aircraft radio transmissions will not be

missed due to entertainment playing. When there is radio reception or intercom

conversation, the music level is dropped to a low, or background level. When the

radio or intercom traffic ceases, the level gradually returns to normal.

The front panel ICS switch controls muting of entertainment source #1 (for pilot

and copilot). Pushing this button places the ICS in Karaoke (or sing along) mode,

which inhibits the soft mute feature. This allows the music to con-

tinue uninterrupted by intercom or radio traffic when cockpit

workload is appropriate. Pushing the button again will release the

mute inhibit function. The passenger music, source #2, can be

placed in the Karaoke mode if a remote switch is installed in the aircraft.

1.7 Telephone Mode

The Com 3 mode can serve as a full duplex interface for telephone systems if the

installation is correctly configured. When interfaced with an approved airborne

telecommunications system, the PMA7000MS-CD can serve as a audio control

and distribution center. Each position has a "hook switch." The pilot's hook

switch is the "Com 3" button on the audio panel, the others are discrete switches

mounted adjacent to the headset jacks. When Com 3 is active in the duplex mode,

the TX button will blink about twice as fast as the normal transmit rate. When the

intercom is in ALL mode, the pilot can speak on the phone only

if the Com 3 is

selected for transmit (Com 3 Xmt button activated). All intercom positions

will hear the telephone conversation. If any passenger places his or her switch

into the “off-hook” position all passengers will also be heard on the phone. All

hear selected audio. Com 1 audio is automatically heard in the headsets. The pilot

and copilot will have transmit capability on the other selected transceiver Com 1

or 2, simply by using their respective PTT switch.

In CREW mode, the pilot and copilot are may use the telephone, with their

respective hook switch (the pilot selects Com 3 on the Xmt selector). Any pas-

senger who places their switch into the off-hook position will also have access to

the phone, and all four passengers will hear the conversation.

In ISO intercom mode, when the SL15-CD is in the Com 3 mode, the pilot position

is in the "Phone Booth." Only the pilot will hear the telephone, and only he will be

heard. He will also have access to Com 1 or 2, and will transmit on that radio using

the PTT. All selected audio is provided. If any other passenger goes “off hook” they

will hear the phone.

NOTE

Because the cellphone uses an intercom circuit, all stations on that circuit will

lose intercom capability when the cellphone is in use.

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1.8 Compact Disc Operation

The two push buttons at the far right of the SL15-CD Option CD control the com-

pact disk operation. Inserting the disc into the CD-15 remote player unit will auto-

matically begin play.

The lower button (play/pause/advance) is used to play the disc from

stop, pause play, and advance the track. When the disc is stopped,

pushing the button starts play. A short push will pause play. A longer

press advances the track. Holding the button acts as a intro/scan, play-

ing the first two seconds of each track until released. The top button is

used to stop and eject the disc. Press momentarily to stop, press and

hold to eject. Pushing BOTH buttons momentarily will cause the CD to “back

up.” If pushed in mid song, it will back up to the beginning of the track. At the

beginning of a song, it will go back to the previous track.

This “back-up” feature implemented with Software Release BBBB for units

without IRS and FBBBB for units with IRS and later. The software version is

found on the side of unit by serial label. Holding BOTH buttons in for more than

two seconds will cause the CD player to power down.

NOTE

In order to restore CD operation you must cycle power on the SL15-CD.

1.9 Marker Beacon

The optional Marker Beacon Receiver uses visual and audio indicators to alert

you when the aircraft passes over a 75 MHz transmitter.

The Blue lamp, labeled "O," is the Outer Marker lamp

and has an associated 400-Hertz 'dash' tone. The lamp

and tone will be keyed at a rate of two tones/flashes per

second when the aircraft is in the range of the Outer

Marker Beacon.

The Amber lamp, labeled "M," is the Middle Marker lamp and is coupled with a 1300-

Hertz tone. It is keyed alternately with short 'dot' and long 'dash' bursts at 95 combina-

tions per minute.

The White lamp, labeled "I," is the Inner marker and has a 3000-Hertz 'dot' tone.

The lamp and tone will be keyed at a rate of six times per second.

The audio from the Marker Beacon Receiver can be heard by selecting the "MKR"

push-button switch. To adjust the volume level, there is a service adjustment located

on the top of the unit.

A three-position switch is used to set the receiver sensitivity and to test the indi-

cator lamps. Use "HI" sensitivity initially. This allows you to hear the outer

marker beacon about a mile out. Then select the “LO” sensitivity to give you a

more accurate location of the Outer Marker. The momentary down switch posi-

tion is marker test, labeled "T/M" and illuminates all three lamps simultaneously

to assure the lamps (internal and external) are in working order. TST does not

activate MM sense output.

Pressing the marker mode select down (to “T/M”) will cause the marker audio to

mute for that beacon. The next beacon received will re-activate the audio.

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Warranty and Service

2.1 Warranty

In order for the factory warranty to be valid, the installations in a certified aircraft must be

accomplished by an FAA-certified avionics shop and authorized UPS Aviation Technolo-

gies dealer. If the unit is being installed by a non-certified individual in an experimental

aircraft, a factory-made harness must be used for the warranty to be valid. This harness

may be purchased directly from PS Engineering (865-988-9800). UPS Aviation Technolo-

gies. warrants this product to be free from defect in material and workmanship for a period

of 26-months from the date of installation as recorded in aircraft logbook and/or on FAA

Form 337.

UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defect in material

and workmanship for a period of 26-months from the date of installation. During this 26-

month warranty period, UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. at its option, will send a replace-

ment unit at our expense if the unit should display any unusual behavior.

All transportation charges for returning the defective units are the responsibility of the

purchaser. All domestic transportation charges for returning the exchange or repaired unit

to the purchaser will be borne by UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. The risk of loss or dam-

age to the product is borne by the party making the shipment, unless the purchaser

requests a specific method of shipment. In this case, the purchaser assumes the risk of loss.

This warranty is not transferable. Any implied warranties expire at the expiration date of

this warranty. UPS Aviation Technologies SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL

OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. This warranty does not cover a defect that has

resulted from improper handling, storage or preservation, or unreasonable use or mainte-

nance as determined by us. This warranty is void if there is any attempt to dissemble this

product without factory authorization. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and

you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states do not

allow the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above lim-

itation or exclusions may not apply to you.

All items repaired or replaced under this warranty are warranted for the remainder of the

original warranty period. UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc. reserves the rights to make

modifications or improvements to the product without obligation to perform like modifi-

cations or improvements to previously manufactured products.

2.2 Factory Service

The unit is covered by a 26-month limited warranty. See warranty information. Call UPS

Aviation Technologies, Inc. at (800) 525-6726 before you return the unit. This will allow

the service technician to provide any other suggestions for identifying the problem and

recommend possible solutions.

After discussing the problem with the technician and you obtain a Return Authorization

Number, ship the product to:

UPS Aviation Technologies, Inc.

2345 Turner Road, S.E.

Salem, OR 97302

U.S.A. Toll Free 800.525.6726

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2345 Turner Rd., SE

Salem, OR 97302 USA

Phone 503.581.8101

800.525.6726

FAX 503.364.2138

Canada 800.654.3415

http://www.upsat.com

Part # 560-0981-00 Rev --

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